17 Graduation Party Appetizer Recipes Your Celebration Needs

Perhaps the only event to rival an actual graduation ceremony is the graduation after-party, and that's mostly because of the food. These graduation party appetizer recipes, for example, would have my mouth watering through all of graduation.

Now if you are a graduate, listen here. Graduation is scary. You are being abruptly kicked out of the life you have known for years and forced into the cold world of adulthood and independence, only to be anchored down by student debt, probably. It only makes sense to comfort yourself with food in these times of need. And boy do I have the recipes to help you do just that.

If you are a parent of a grad, or just a grad party host, the following statement is for you: Throwing a graduation party is no easy feat. Of course it’s not as difficult as graduation, but never mind that. Obviously you have to impress your guests, as is the way with parties. The easiest way to do that is clearly by cooking food that looks difficult to make but is deceptively simple. Don’t worry, I have the recipes for you.

So get ready because while this graduation party is going to be full of judgmental family members and nervous graduates, I can promise that the food will be great.

1. Beet-Dyed Devil Eggs

These deviled eggs from A Beautiful Mess add the perfect pop of color to any party.

2. Avocado Hummus

What kind of college graduate doesn't love avocado hummus? Head to A Cozy Kitchen for the recipe.

3. Pea Blinis with Creme Fraiche and Smoked Salmon

You could say these are the ivy league of appetizers. A Better Happier St. Sebastian has the full recipe, and I promise it's not as intimidating as it sounds.

4. Jalapeno Corn Cakes with Honey Whipped Goat Cheese

These corn cakes by A Farm Girl's Dabbles are the perfect size. It's going to be hard not to eat them all, but sharing is important.